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Archive for 'Environmental News'

DiNapoli: State Needs to Better Protect Water Supply Infrastructure Against Natural Disasters, Cyberattacks and Terrorism

Audit Calls for State Dept. of Health & Div. of Homeland Security to Update Vulnerability and Cybersecurity Assessments and Emergency Plans New York’s Health Department (DOH) and Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) can do more to protect the state’s water systems from attacks and the threats posed by natural disasters like storms, […]

Forest rangers return to NY after helping fight Canadian wildfires

Click here for the NCPR story 

DEC 3-minute video explains how to discourage neighborhood bears

APA unveils plans for proposed new headquarters in Saranac Lake

Click here for the NCPR story 

NYSEG settlement expected to bring three-year rate hikes

Proposed agreement to bring $5B investment to aging infrastructure Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Founder of Champlain trails group looks to retire

Click here for the Adirondack Explorer story 

Champlain Area Trails awarded $100K

N.Y. Environmental Protection Fund grant to help expand community engagement Click here for the Sun Community News story 

There are dozens of “high hazard” and aging dams in the Adirondacks

Click here for the NCPR story 

Online reporting system for harmful algal blooms now active

DEC encourages New Yorkers to ‘Know it, Avoid it, Report it” Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Packaging reduction bill supporters say its chance of becoming law is growing

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Help CATS make a new trail in Peru on Saturday, June 10

You can help Champlain Area Trails (CATS) develop its first trail system in Peru on Saturday, June 10, from 9 am to 1:00 pm. The CATS “2nd Saturday-of-the-Month Trail Project” will continue making the eight-mile network of Allen Hill Trails that features incredible views from Huckleberry Hill, gurgling brooks by Bennett Hill, waterfalls on the Reverend York Trail, […]

Check out a typical week of the NYS Environmental Conservation Police

Environmental Conservation Police on Patrol The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC) Division of Law Enforcement enforces the 71 chapters of New York State’s Environmental Conservation Law (ECL), protecting fish and wildlife and preserving environmental quality across New York. In 1880, the first eight Game Protectors proudly began serving to protect the natural […]

After a 16-hour rescue in the Adirondacks, rangers say prepare for the worst

The DEC still has our mud season travel advisory, so we are advising people not to go above 2,500 feet. The conditions up there are very, very wet. Click here for the NCPR story 

Housing meets climate: Officials laud new microgrid community in South Burlington

The forthcoming housing development will feature 155 new all-electric dwellings — a mix of single-family, multi-family and permanently affordable homes — some of which are slated to be ready for move-in later this year. Click here for the VTDigger story 

May 19, 2023 – Sunrise at Mother Cabrini Shrine, Peru, NY

May 19, 2023 – Sunrise at the Peru Central Atletic Field

Advice for protecting plants from this week’s frost

Frost not unusual this time of year Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

APA approves herbicide use on southern Adirondack lake, settles road mileage debate

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DEC Reminds Water Recreationists to ‘Clean, Drain, and Dry’ Watercraft and Equipment to Protect New York’s Waters from Invasive Species

Boat Stewards to Conduct Boat Inspections and Educate Recreating Public at Boat Launches Statewide Beginning Memorial Day Weekend More than 14,000 Detections of Aquatic Invasive Species Intercepted by Stewards in 2021 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today reminded everyone to clean, drain, and dry boats and trailers and disinfect […]

How should NY manage the millions of visitors to the Adirondacks?

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Lake Champlain Basin Program Seeks Input on Proposed Definition of Disadvantaged Community

Grand Isle, VT – The Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) seeks public comments on a definition of a “disadvantaged community” that will be used to help prioritize projects for LCBP funding in 2023 and beyond. The LCBP has scheduled a series of meetings to solicit feedback and will accept public comments online through June 9, […]

DEC releases deer harvest numbers for 2022

Numbers up by 10 percent over 2021 Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Celebrate Water Week

Join DEC’s Division of Water in celebrating Water Week May 7 – 13. For almost 40 years, New York has set aside a full week in May to focus on its water resources, highlight water issues, and encourage stewardship. This year’s theme is Water Protection and Conservation. In New York, we are fortunate to have […]

Adirondack lawmakers, advocates applaud environmental funding in the NY budget

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Tesla dealership plans get green light by South Burlington City Council

A Tesla dealership is coming to the city of South Burlington, and the city expects work to begin at the old Hannaford’s on Shelburne Road before summer. Click here for the WCAX3 Story